History - Matt Grill Blog

The Vibrant Journey of ‘Orange’: A Word Origin Story

Matt Grill May 24, 2023

Few words in the vibrant English palette have a more fascinating backstory than “orange.” The term “orange” denotes more than just a common citrous fruit or a striking colour; it [...]

The Sky’s the Limit: Amy Johnson’s Historic Flight to Australia in 1930

Matt Grill May 24, 2023

A little aircraft touched down on an airport in Darwin, Australia, in the wee hours of May 24, 1930, triggering an extraordinary event in aviation history. A pioneering feat in [...]

A Journey Through Time: The History of Brisbane’s Iconic Story Bridge

Matt Grill April 23, 2023

Today, we’re going to take a journey through time and explore the history of one of Brisbane’s most iconic landmarks: the Story Bridge. This stunning cantilever bridge not only connects [...]

The Grand Opening of the Sydney Opera House: A Triumph of Art, Architecture, and Culture

Matt Grill March 29, 2023

On this day, 29th March 1974, Australia witnessed the official opening of one of the most iconic and recognizable architectural masterpieces in the world – the Sydney Opera House [1]. [...]

The Morris Minor: An Iconic British Automobile That Stood the Test of Time

Matt Grill March 3, 2023

The Morris Motor Corporation, a significant player in the British automotive industry, unveiled the Morris Minor in 1948. This remarkable automobile quickly captured the hearts of the middle-class families in [...]

Remembering the Legendary Robbie Coltrane: A Tribute to a Iconic Actor

Matt Grill February 10, 2023

Robbie Coltrane was a talented actor who left a lasting impact on the entertainment industry. He was known for his distinctive voice and larger-than-life personality that made him one of [...]

Angela Landsbury passed away aged 96

Matt Grill October 13, 2022

Like so many other people across the world I was deeply saddened and shocked at the news of the passing of Angela Landsbury . Angela was an amazing actress who [...]

On this day 23rd Sept 1999 Sherlock Monument Unveiled

Matt Grill September 24, 2022

On this day 23rd September 1999, a monument to Sherlock Holmes was unveiled on Baker Street in London. This was a special day for fans of the great detective, as [...]

On This Day – 1994 – 1st Episode of Friends premiered

Matt Grill September 22, 2022

On this day in 1994, the first episode of the series “Friends” premiered! How many times did you watch this masterpiece? 🙂

On This Day – 1955 – Guinness Book of Records.

Matt Grill August 27, 2022

On this day in 1955, the first copy of the Guinness Book of Records was published in Great Britain.

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